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Cygnus Music turns 15!

Cygnus Music turns 15!

We're thrilled to celebrate 15 incredible years at Cygnus Music!   It's truly been a pleasure and an honour to collaborate with such an array...
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What are Algotorial Playlists? They’ve landed…

What are Algotorial Playlists? They’ve landed…

At Cygnus Music, our mission is to keep you abreast of the latest technological advancements in Digital Service Providers (DSPs)....
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New fees for streaming fraud…

New fees for streaming fraud…

Spotify is now applying a fee for tracks where over 90% of the streams are deemed fraudulent. DSPs like TikTok,...
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Cygnus Music’s pillar review on YouTube comes back at Tier ‘A’ Status.

Cygnus Music’s pillar review on YouTube comes back at Tier ‘A’ Status.

Cygnus Music’s pillar review on YouTube comes back at Tier ‘A’ Status. This is the highest tier that YouTube awards...
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The promise of playlist placements? Don’t risk it

The promise of playlist placements? Don’t risk it

As your dedicated partner in the music industry, we feel it's crucial to alert you to some of the misleading...
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Streamline Your Finances: The Accounting Suite for Labels and Artists

Streamline Your Finances: The Accounting Suite for Labels and Artists

In the fast-paced world of the music industry, the allure of the next big idea often steals the spotlight, leaving...
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Want your release out quick? We say slow down…

Want your release out quick? We say slow down…

In an era dominated by digital immediacy and streaming platforms, the rush to release music has never been more palpable....
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Beatport Label of the Month: Born On Road

Beatport Label of the Month: Born On Road

When it comes to drum & bass imprints, it’s hard to ignore the rise of the Born On Road juggernaut....
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TikTok vs. Universal Music: Catalog Pulled Over Licensing Feud

TikTok vs. Universal Music: Catalog Pulled Over Licensing Feud

As of January 31, TikTok will no longer host music from Universal Music Group (UMG), following a breakdown in licensing...
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A technique that will guarantee success

A technique that will guarantee success

The landscape of the music industry is constantly changing and evolving. 2024 is looking to be fantastic for both upcoming...
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Understanding Spotify’s Playlists

Understanding Spotify’s Playlists

Editorial playlists are curated by Spotify’s in-house editorial team, consisting of music experts and tastemakers. These playlists serve as a...
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Neighbouring Rights at Cygnus Music

Neighbouring Rights at Cygnus Music

At Cygnus Music the ‘Roster’ module is a feature on our label management system that allows clients to easily submit...
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The rise of Micro-Genres!

The rise of Micro-Genres!

In the ever-evolving landscape of music, the term "micro-genre" has taken centre stage, spotlighting a trend where artists leverage the...
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Spotify cuts 17% of staff, what does this mean for editorial?

Spotify cuts 17% of staff, what does this mean for editorial?

Spotify's CEO, Daniel Ek, announced a 17 percent workforce reduction, affecting over 1,500 employees, to streamline operations and cut costs...
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Welcome Magic Records

Welcome Magic Records

Magic Records is a formidable force in the landscape of Indie EDM Record Labels. This distinguished label has embarked on...
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AMAPIANO – Making the connection!

AMAPIANO – Making the connection!

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Experience a fresh musical chapter with Cygnus Music

Experience a fresh musical chapter with Cygnus Music

Information sourced by CMU claim that 3tone Music are unfortunately facing challenges with substantial unpaid royalties owed to thousands of...
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1,000 streams to get paid on Spotify…

1,000 streams to get paid on Spotify…

Reports indicate that Spotify is considering a significant change to its payout model that is sparking discussions within the music...
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Experience Exceptional Service: Our Customer Support Goes the Extra Mile!

Experience Exceptional Service: Our Customer Support Goes the Extra Mile!

Our customer support team stands out for its rapid response times and effective problem-solving, supported by highly skilled staff members...
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Digging into Hip Hop to make a connection

Digging into Hip Hop to make a connection

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